Whey Utility Operator I

About the role

The Whey Utility Operator I develops and maintains a working knowledge of all whey plant positions to assist with personnel shortages thereby meeting manufacturing requirements in accordance with organization and customer needs. Know how to operate every piece of equipment in use in the whey department.

Responsibilities

• Aid in covering operator absences/vacations.
• Coach new employees on equipment operations, work and safety procedures.
• Assist operators with any equipment questions or repairs.
• Coach operators on new equipment and new techniques.
• Assist in all special GMP, Safety, or equipment training.
• Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure the operators conform to production and processing standards.
• Ensure completion of the Master Sanitation Schedule for all whey department areas within the facility.
• Cover major department projects, sock changes and dryer CIP’s.
• Understand and operate SAP, MES system, and RF gun.
• Be able to train others in SAP, MES system, and RF gun.

Requirements

• No previous experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Forklift Certification required; on-the-job training/certification provided.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of all whey plant positions.
• Ability to operate every piece of equipment in use in the whey department.
• Training in SAP, MES system, and RF gun.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) with up to a 7% company match.
• 3 Weeks PTO.
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.

Pay

Starting wage of $25.92 Two pay increases within the first year up to $1.00$1.50

Schedule

Shift Differential + Double Time on Sundays and Holidays Schedule 6:00PM to 6:00AM 2-2-3 Rotational Schedule